Tires, wheels and loading – FORD 2009 Escape Hybrid v.2 User Manual
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FWD
GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weights
Engine
Maximum
GCWR - lb
(kg)
Trailer Weight
Range - lb (kg)
Maximum
frontal area of
trailer - ft
2
(m
2
)
2.5L
4860 (2204)
1000 (454)
24 (2.2)
Notes: For high altitude operation, reduce GCW by 2% per 1000 ft.
(300 meters) elevation. For definitions of terms and instructions on
calculating your vehicle’s load, refer to Vehicle loading in this chapter.
Maximum trailer weights shown. The combined weight of the
completed towing vehicle and the loaded trailer must not exceed the
GCWR.
Your Hybrid vehicle is capable of pulling the maximum trailer weight(s)
as specified above. Certain states require electric trailer brakes for
trailers over a specified weight. Your Hybrid vehicle electrical system is
not equipped to accommodate electric trailer brakes.
4WD
GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weights
Engine
Maximum
GCWR - lb
(kg)
Trailer Weight
Range - lb (kg)
Maximum
frontal area of
trailer - ft
2
(m
2
)
2.5L
5020 (2277)
1000 (454)
24 (2.2)
Notes: For high altitude operation, reduce GCW by 2% per 1000 ft.
(300 meters) elevation. For definitions of terms and instructions on
calculating your vehicle’s load, refer to Vehicle loading in this chapter.
Maximum trailer weights shown. The combined weight of the
completed towing vehicle and the loaded trailer must not exceed the
GCWR.
Your Hybrid vehicle is capable of pulling the maximum trailer weight(s)
as specified above. Certain states require electric trailer brakes for
trailers over a specified weight. Your Hybrid vehicle electrical system is
not equipped to accommodate electric trailer brakes.
2009 Escape Hybrid (ehv)
Owners Guide, 2nd Printing
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